Discovering a Different Culture in South Korea!

Myani Grey Start Date: Oct 16, 2018 - End Date: Aug 1, 2019
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by: Myani Grey Start Date: Oct 16, 2018 - End Date: Aug 1, 2019
I will be studying abroad at Korea University, with a program called TEAN, in South Korea and it is a great opportunity for me because Korea University is a part of SKY universities in South Korea. SKY is an acronym used to refer to the three most prestigious universities in South Korea: Seoul National University, Korea University, and Yonsei University. SKY universities are similar to IVY league in the U.S. This opportunity would be very beneficial for me, educationally and professionally, in the future since Korea University is a part of SKY. 
I chose to study in Korea because I always found Korea to be an interesting place that I would love to visit. Asian culture is so different from the U.S. and I think it would be an interesting experience. Also, I love Korean food! There are so many foods that I want to try when I get to Korea like Samgyeopsal, Korean Barbeque, Bibimbap, Bulgogi, etc.
While I am in Korea I plan to make a difference by volunteering with an organization called KUSSO which is a social service organization. KUSSO has different operational service strategies and one of them is Educational Services: A social service organization that educates areas with low educational opportunities, children & youth educational mentoring programs for service targets (such as multicultural families, North Korean refugee youth families, broken home, etc.). 
I am passionate about this project because I love to experience new cultures and discovering a different way of life and behavior. Which is why I minor in international studies. Also, ever since I heard about KUSSO I thought it would be a good opportunity for me to get experience related to my major and I can make a difference in the community at the same time. Except, in order to achieve my goals I have to be able to afford it financially and that's where I need help.
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